Fishing

West Yellowstone has unparalleled year-round fishing. Top blue-ribbon trout streams surround town making it the heart of fly fishing in the Rocky Mountains.

Unbeatable float and deep-water fishing abound on the lakes near West Yellowstone. Hebgen Lake is known as one of Montana’s premier stillwater and dry fly fisheries. Several marinas offer convenient boating and fishing supplies, including rentals.

In the spring, fishermen test their skills to catch rainbow and brown trout covered in stunning patterns and vivid color. Early summer brings the amazing salmonfly hatch. Late summer and fall offer the chance to hook trout chasing the Callibaetis moth hatches and the famous Hebgen Lake gulpers.

Fishing isn’t only a fair weather excursion. Fly fishermen can be seen wading waste deep in the icy waters of the Gallatin and Madison Rivers, and ice fishing on the lakes is quickly becoming a popular winter experience.

Take a day and enjoy the waters of Montana with an experienced guide making it a trip to remember. Be careful as you may become hooked for life.

Jacklin’s Fly Shop

Kirkwood Resort & Marina

Kirkwood Resort & Marina on Hebgen Lake provides everything you need for a simple casual getaway. With the Gallatin National Forest bordering our Yellowstone lodging, we offer year round recreation. From our resort you can explore the spacious mountains as well as Yellowstone Park, troll or fly fish the fresh waters, enjoy water sports on the lake, hike a variety of mountain trails, or simply relax in the quiet serenity of the Rocky Mountains.

We feature family-friendly cabins and a full range of marina services. Our convenience store and gourmet market provide everything you need from deli food, snacks and beverages, including an impressive selection of beer and wine, to personal and recreation supplies. Our gas pumps are open for credit card use 24 hours/day. We have boat rentals for fishing, waterskiing, tubing, and leisure as well as paddlecraft such as Kayaks, Stand-up Boards and Pedal Boats for fun on the water. In addition, the Marina has dock slips available for your own boat. Our Marina store offers trout fishing and ice fishing equipment rentals, tackle, Montana fishing licenses with a credit card, plus snacks and beverages.

If you haven’t already thought about making our West Yellowstone accommodations and rentals your favorite getaway, then you need to experience our relaxed casual atmosphere with personal service and friendly local touch.

The Flying Pig Adventure Company

Lakeside Lodge and Resort

Nestled in breathtaking Island Park Idaho, Lakeside Lodge and Resort offers a wide range of outdoor activities almost every season of the year! Take a day trip to West Yellowstone located only 30 miles away! Open All Year Round! We offer a full-service Restaurant/Bar serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily 8 am-9:30 pm. During the summer months, dining is available on the large deck overlooking the beautiful lake. Stay with us in our newly remodeled rooms. They are very comfy and cozy. Each room has a picture-perfect window view of the lake, a warming fireplace, a flat screen tv with satellite, a mini fridge, and a microwave. Our Cabins sleep up to six people comfortably. They have fully stocked kitchenette, two big screen tvs with satellite, a separate bedroom with king or queen beds, a futon, and a loft for extra sleeping space. Our Luxury Cabin has six bedrooms, four bathrooms, a fully stocked kitchen, an extra-large hot tub, WI-FI and Satellite tv. This Cabin is perfect for Family Reunions or weddings. Our full hook up and RV and dry campsites are located back behind the cabins in the pines. Onsite Convenient Located inside of the Lodge. A public Laundry mat and shower are located onsite as well. Hunting and Fishing Licenses are sold here at the lodge. Premium Ethanol-Free gas available at the lodge and at the docks. We have Summer and Winter Rentals available here at the lodge. All guests that stay with us Receive 10% off all Rentals. Looking for a Location to hold a Special Event? We offer onsite catering for any special event you'd book with us. We also hold our own special events which are: New Year’s Eve Celebration Fourth of July Celebration Pioneer Days Celebration Halloween Party Christmas Lighting of the Lodge Check out our website for more events listed and info on Lakeside Lodge and Resort.

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